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    Australia have thrashed South Africa in their opening twenty20 in Johannesburg

    Australia have thrashed South Africa in their opening twenty20 in Johannesburg


    Batting first Australia scored 196 for six, with Steve Smith top scoring with 45.

    South Africa never threatened in the chase, being bowled all out for 89.

    Ashton Agar was they key man with ball with figures of five for 24.

    INTERNATIONAL CRICKET COVERAGE WITH RESENE - NEW ZEALAND'S MOST TRUSTED PAINT BRAND.

    © 2026 Newstalk ZB, NZCity

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